World Current Affairs MCQs – Set 28
Test your knowledge of the latest major international developments, with emphasis on September 2, 2026, covering the Iran conflict, SCO, European politics, global health, energy, defence and diplomacy.
1. Which two countries engaged in their biggest exchange of military attacks since July on September 2, 2026?
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Correct Answer: B. United States and Iran
The United States and Iran exchanged their most intense attacks since July, raising fears that the conflict could escalate again across the Middle East.
The United States and Iran exchanged their most intense attacks since July, raising fears that the conflict could escalate again across the Middle East.
2. Which strategically important waterway was at the centre of the renewed U.S.-Iran confrontation?
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Correct Answer: C. Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz remained a major flashpoint as military action and threats to shipping disrupted one of the world's most important energy routes.
The Strait of Hormuz remained a major flashpoint as military action and threats to shipping disrupted one of the world's most important energy routes.
3. Which countries were among the locations where Iran said it targeted U.S. military assets in retaliation?
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Correct Answer: A. Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait and Iraq
Iran said it carried out attacks against U.S. assets in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait and Iraq.
Iran said it carried out attacks against U.S. assets in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait and Iraq.
4. According to Saudi Arabia's national shipping company, how many Filipino sailors were killed in an incident involving its vessel in the Strait of Hormuz?
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Correct Answer: B. Two
Bahri, Saudi Arabia's national shipping company, said two Filipino seafarers were killed in a security incident involving its vessel SIDR while transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
Bahri, Saudi Arabia's national shipping company, said two Filipino seafarers were killed in a security incident involving its vessel SIDR while transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
Editorial Note: The incident involving SIDR occurred on August 31, but Bahri confirmed the deaths on September 2. This question therefore belongs to the September 2 current-affairs news cycle.
5. Which Chinese leader called for a new Middle East security framework during his September 2 visit to Egypt?
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Correct Answer: C. Xi Jinping
Chinese President Xi Jinping called on Middle Eastern countries to oppose external interference and consider a new regional security architecture.
Chinese President Xi Jinping called on Middle Eastern countries to oppose external interference and consider a new regional security architecture.
6. Which country did Chinese President Xi Jinping visit on September 2, 2026?
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Correct Answer: B. Egypt
Xi Jinping was welcomed by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo during his first Middle East visit in four years.
Xi Jinping was welcomed by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo during his first Middle East visit in four years.
7. Which strategic waterway did Xi Jinping say China was ready to help safeguard?
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Correct Answer: C. Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb routes
China said it was ready to work with regional countries to safeguard shipping routes affected by the Middle East conflict.
China said it was ready to work with regional countries to safeguard shipping routes affected by the Middle East conflict.
8. Which country elected constitutional lawyer Ulle Madise as its next president on September 2?
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Correct Answer: C. Estonia
Estonia's parliament elected constitutional lawyer and human rights ombudsman Ulle Madise as the country's next president.
Estonia's parliament elected constitutional lawyer and human rights ombudsman Ulle Madise as the country's next president.
9. What distinction did Ulle Madise achieve with her election as Estonia's president?
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Correct Answer: B. Second woman president of Estonia
Madise became the second woman to hold Estonia's largely ceremonial presidency.
Madise became the second woman to hold Estonia's largely ceremonial presidency.
10. How long will Ulle Madise serve as Estonia's president?
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Correct Answer: B. Five years
Estonia's president is elected for a five-year term, and Madise will succeed Alar Karis.
Estonia's president is elected for a five-year term, and Madise will succeed Alar Karis.
11. Since which year has Ulle Madise served as Estonia's human rights ombudsman?
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Correct Answer: C. 2015
Madise has served as Estonia's human rights ombudsman since 2015.
Madise has served as Estonia's human rights ombudsman since 2015.
12. Which NATO member said it would consider full membership of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation?
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Correct Answer: B. Türkiye
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Türkiye would consider taking its relationship with the SCO to the level of full membership.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Türkiye would consider taking its relationship with the SCO to the level of full membership.
Editorial Note: Türkiye is currently a NATO member and an SCO dialogue partner. Erdogan said possible SCO membership would not necessarily mean leaving NATO or breaking with the West.
13. Which organization is led by China and Russia and is being considered for possible full Turkish membership?
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Correct Answer: B. Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation was established by China, Russia and other Eurasian states and has expanded substantially since its creation.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation was established by China, Russia and other Eurasian states and has expanded substantially since its creation.
14. What new policy rate did the Reserve Bank of New Zealand announce on September 2?
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Correct Answer: C. 2.75%
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand increased its Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points to 2.75%.
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand increased its Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points to 2.75%.
15. By how many basis points did New Zealand's central bank raise its Official Cash Rate?
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Correct Answer: C. 25 basis points
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand increased the Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points, from 2.50% to 2.75%.
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand increased the Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points, from 2.50% to 2.75%.
16. Which country announced a combined $580 million package with Australia for Pacific Island nations?
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Correct Answer: B. United States
Australia and the United States announced a combined $580 million package to support Pacific Island nations.
Australia and the United States announced a combined $580 million package to support Pacific Island nations.
17. How much did the United States pledge as part of the joint Pacific Islands funding package?
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Correct Answer: B. $150 million
The United States committed $150 million, including $60 million aimed at strengthening fuel storage and electricity-grid stability.
The United States committed $150 million, including $60 million aimed at strengthening fuel storage and electricity-grid stability.
18. What was Australia's contribution to the joint Pacific Islands initiative?
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Correct Answer: C. A$600 million
Australia announced A$600 million, approximately US$430 million, primarily to combat drug smuggling through enhanced surveillance and law-enforcement training.
Australia announced A$600 million, approximately US$430 million, primarily to combat drug smuggling through enhanced surveillance and law-enforcement training.
19. Which disease has caused more than 3,000 deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's current outbreak?
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Correct Answer: B. Ebola
The WHO said deaths from the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak had surpassed 3,000.
The WHO said deaths from the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak had surpassed 3,000.
20. Which species of Ebola virus is responsible for the current outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
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Correct Answer: C. Bundibugyo ebolavirus
The current outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo species of Ebola virus and has become the deadliest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The current outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo species of Ebola virus and has become the deadliest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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